Tonya DeGrand began her journey as a Senior Animal Services Officer at the age of 16. She started by working at veterinary clinics as a kennel technician and veterinary technician. As a young adult, she went to the University of North Texas and graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Behavior Analysis. Her main goal at that time was to become an Animal Cruelty Investigator, hence the criminal justice background. She wanted a minor in Behavior Analysis so she could better understand how people and animals learn and think.
Using her education, she pursued a job at the City of Plano Animal Services and has currently worked there for 9 years. During her employment, she earned the certification of Animal Services Officer
Using her education, she pursued a job at the City of Plano Animal Services and has currently worked there for 9 years. During her employment, she earned the certification of Animal Services Officer